NAPSLO BLOG

Washington drops non-resident surplus lines exam requirement

2008-07-16T09:24:00.000-07:00

Under a "Rule Making Order" dated July 2, 2008, non-residents are no longer required to pass an examination to obtain a surplus lines license from the state of Washington. The new rule becomes effective on Aug. 2, 2008. Washington was one of the last states to continue to require an exam for non-resident surplus lines broker licensing.

According to the order the change was necessary to align the states requirements for holding a surplus lines brokers license with national standards.

NAPSLO meets with Illinois Commissioner on NRRA

2008-07-03T06:47:00.000-07:00

As part of its efforts to get the NonAdmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act (NRRA) approved, NAPSLO recently met with the Illinois Insurance Commissioner, Michael T. McRaith, a member of the NAIC Surplus Lines Task Force.

NAPSLO, and representatives of the CIAB, met with Commissioner McRaith in late June to review the current status of NRRA and also concerns expressed by state insurance commissioners. The House version of NRRA (HR 1065) passed the House of Representatives in 2007 and the Senate version (S 929) is currently in the Senate Banking Committee.

NAPSLO is hopeful that the Banking Committee will hold hearings on the bill this summer and will be approved by the full Senate this year.

Fla. Supreme Court rules on policy delivery; expands rules applying to surplus lines

2008-07-01T12:20:00.000-07:00

In a case where the Florida Supreme Court ruled that delivery by a surplus lines company to the broker is delivery to the insured, the court also ruled that all but one section of Florida insurance code section 627 applies to surplus lines, potentially expanding the rules applying to surplus lines.

In the case Essex Insurance Co. v. Zota, the court said that Part 1 of Section 627 dealing with rates and rating organizations does not apply to surplus lines, however all other parts of 627 do apply to surplus lines.

The court said that the term "chapter" in 627.021(2)e in stating that "this chapter does not apply...to surplus lines," meant "part" (Part I, Rates and Rating Organization) so that the rest of chapter 627 does apply to surplus lines. The court stated that there was a scrivener error in the redrafting of the Florida statutes and that "chapter" was never intended to mean "chapter."

Under this ruling surplus lines insurers could potentially be subjected to all the state's rules in chapter 627 relating to insurance contracts including those involving notices of nonrenewal, imposition of attorneys fees, and valued policy laws. The most problematic issue could be the validity of surplus lines forms, since the court held that only rating is exempt.

A rehearing on the case is possible and if there is no change the industry may lobby the legislature next session on this issue.

The case arose from an incident where the customer did not receive a copy of the policy and sued to prevent Essex from denying coverage because it did not receive a copy. In the court's decision, it found no language present precluding a surplus-lines insurer or its direct surplus-lines agent from delivering a copy of the coverage documents to the insured’s independent representative-broker instead of directly to the insured.

NAPSLO Member Dues - Fiscal year Aug. 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009

2008-06-30T09:07:00.000-07:00

NAPSLO member dues notices were mailed in late June and are due August 1. The dues reflect an 8% increase recently approved by the Board of Directors.

Dues Payment Amounts (Fiscal year Aug. 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009)

Wholesale Broker
Main office - $1,000
Branch Offices - $325 per branch location

Company
Main Office - $7,125 (Annual Premium Volume =>$100 million)
- $3,600 (APV < $100 million) Branch office - $325 per office Underwriting Manager Main Office - $7,125 (APV =>$100 million)
- $3,600 (APV $25- $100 million)
- $1,425 (APV < $25 million) Branch office - $325 per branch location

Associate Riskbearer (such as reinsurer, syndicate, non-U.S./Canada insurer) Main Office - $7,125 (APV =>$100 million or more)
- $3,600 (APV < $100 million) Branch office - $325 per branch location

U.S. Based Reinsurance Intermediary Firm
Main Office - $3,600
Branch office - $325 per branch location*

All Other
Main office - $1,000
Branch Offices - $325 per branch location*

* Wholesale Broker, Company and Underwriting Managers must list all branch offices. Associates are not required to list all branch offices.

California amends surplus lines codes

2008-06-24T19:10:00.000-07:00

Sections 1750 and 1765 of the California Insurance Code relating to broker licenses and license fees were recently amended following the implementation of AB-1699 which was approved in mid-June.

Under the changes, the commissioner will now require a surplus lines broker fee of $250 where the broker is an individual transacting only on behalf of a surplus lines broker organization.

In addition, the filing fee for a license to act as a surplus lines broker will be $1,000 every two years, or for any initial fractional license year. For an individual licensed as a surplus line broker who only transact on behalf of a surplus line broker organization, the filing fee is $500 every two years, or for any initial fractional license year.

Also the code was amended to read that for each surplus line office maintained by the licensee from which the licensee transacts business with California residents, this law requires the licensure, as a surplus lines broker, of each natural person or persons located at these offices who is or are to be responsible for the discharge of all duties placed upon the licensee acting as a surplus line broker at the office.

Convention Online Registration Underway

2008-06-11T07:08:00.000-07:00

More than 1,200 have already registered online in the past two days for the 2008 Annual Convention.

NAPSLO's 2008 Annual Convention is September 10-13 in San Diego, CA. You can visit http://annual.napslo.org/ to register online and learn more about the Convention details.

Marty Roehrig, wife of NAPSLO's second president, passes away

2008-06-10T08:42:00.000-07:00

Martha C. (Marty) Roehrig, wife of NAPSLO's second president W. Dana Roehrig passed away on Wednesday, June 4.

Marty was born in Tulsa, OK and graduated from Duke with a business administration degree and was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. She joined the Red Cross during WWII and served in the South Pacific where she met W. Dana Roehrig, her husband of 54 years. The Roehrig's moved to St. Petersburg in 1968.

Dana Roehrig was a President of NAPSLO from 1977-78 and passed away at age 79 in 2000. He was also a founder and past president of the Florida Surplus Lines Association. Recognizing his significant contributions to the industry and NAPSLO, he was presented the Charles A. McAlear/NAPSLO Industry Award in 1995 and NAPSLO's Past President Award was renamed the Dana Roehrig award in honor of Dana.

A memorial service for Marty Roehrig will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday June 12 at Anderson McQueen Funeral Home, 2201 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Red Cross, Tampa Bay Chapter, 818 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Visit the family's personal online Guestbook at http://www.andersonmcqueen.com/

NAPSLO Convention registration tentatively to start June 9

2008-05-28T11:09:00.001-07:00

Online registration for the 2008 NAPSLO Annual Convention is tentatively set to begin June 9. Members will receive information via e-mail and postal mail regarding how to access the registration system.

Members will be able to register for the convention through NAPSLO's online registration system and also reserve a hotel room.

The convention is set for September 10-13 in San Diego at the Manchester Grand Hyatt and hotel rooms will also be available at the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina. Convention programs begin on Wednesday, September 10 with the Opening Reception and the Brokers' Lounge opens at Noon on Wednesday.

There are a limited number of rooms available on Tuesday night for people wishing to arrive prior to the start of the convention.

California Suit Questions Tax Payments

2008-05-01T12:32:00.000-07:00

A lawsuit has been filed in the Superior Court of California in Los Angeles against the state Board of Equalization, Lexington Insurance Company and 500 unnamed firms regarding the nonpayment an annual tax traditionally imposed on admitted insurers.

In the case, Stephen F. Silvers and Steven J. Gold vs. State Board of Equalization, Ramon J. Hirsig, Lexington Insurance Company, and Does 1 through 500, the plaintiffs seek a judgment that Lexington and the other nonadmitted insurers included on California's List of Eligible Surplus Line Insurers are obligated to pay an annual tax that is imposed upon insurers doing business in the state.

The State Board of Equalization in California is responsible for assessing certain taxes against insurers doing business in California. In the court filing the plaintiffs allege that Lexington has owes more than $88 million in Section 28 taxes for the period 2003-2007.

A surplus lines tax applies to all surplus lines transactions and as a result surplus lines insurers have not had to pay the annual tax in question. The suit would require nonadmitted insurers to also pay the Section 28 tax, notwithstanding the fact that a surplus lines tax has already been paid.

NAPSLO visits Capitol Hill to promote S. 929

2008-04-23T08:01:00.001-07:00

More than 20 NAPSLO representatives visited with members of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Tuesday regarding surplus lines issues and urged members to approve S. 929 (the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2007) and forward it to the full Senate.

The visits were part of NAPSLO’s annual “Day on the Hill” and members representing NAPSLO brokers and insurers met with Senators or staff from virtually all members of the Senate Banking Committee regarding surplus lines issues.

“Our meetings were very beneficial to NAPSLO and the Senators in reviewing current issues and we are hopeful that the discussions will lead to the approval of S. 929,” said NAPSLO Executive Director Richard Bouhan. “Passage of the bill would lead to improving the operation, efficiency, and regulation of the surplus lines market and also benefit consumers by making property/liability insurance more readily available and reduce the cost of compliance.”

Senators Mel Martinez (R-FL) and Bill Nelson (D-FL) introduced S. 929, the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Act of 2007 in March 2007 and the bill was assigned to the Banking Committee. S. 929 is cosponsored by Sen. Mike Crapo (R-ID) of the Banking Committee and Sen. David Vitter (R-LA). The House of Representatives passed a similar bill (H.R. 1065) in 2007.

“Based on our discussions, we are hopeful that the Senate will hold hearings on surplus lines regulatory reform in the very near future,” said Mr. Bouhan.

The Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Act measure is aimed specifically at streamlining and reducing barriers in state regulation of surplus lines insurance and reinsurance. It would create a uniform system, while preserving the role of the state regulator.

NAPSLO Job Portal Opens

2008-04-04T12:21:00.000-07:00

NAPSLO is offering a new tool to help NAPSLO member firms with employee recruitment with the opening of the Jobs Portal website at jobs.napslo.org.

At the new job listing site NAPSLO members can post jobs, review applications of job seekers, and review applications. Job seekers can review openings, post their resume, and apply for jobs. There is no currently no charge to use the system, although NAPSLO will review this later this year.

NAPSLO members wanting to post a job, should go to job.napslo.org and sign up as a user. If the job title you want to post isn't listed, or you have questions on how the site works, please contact Mike Ardis at NAPSLO.

Previously NAPSLO only offered a website area where members could list their firm's name, web site and a human resources contact. NAPSLO will continue to host this page and will enable firms without current job openings to remain in front of job seekers.

NAPSLO list links to both the Job Portal and the Career Information Site on the job locator page in the Career section of the website. NAPSLO is continuing to work on the Career site - careers.napslo.org - to provide career information about the surplus lines industry and to be a site for college students and young professionals to go to look for jobs.

NAPSLO Urges Reforming States System First

2008-03-31T12:53:00.001-07:00

In response to the Bush Administration’s proposal to reform the financial regulatory system, NAPSLO is encouraging the U.S. House and Senate to complete work on the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2007 to improve the efficiency of the insurance industry before pursuing the federal approach proposed this morning.

Secretary of the Treasury Henry Paulson Jr. on Monday outlined the Bush Administration’s financial regulatory system overhaul and as part of the proposal recommended the establishment of an Optional Federal Charter (OFC) for the insurance industry, similar to the current dual-chartering banking system. The proposed new federal agency would be housed within the Treasury Department.

The proposals outlined this morning were designed to reform federal regulatory agencies and segments of a national regulatory structure that failed to perform adequately in recent years leading to the current economic crisis.

“State based insurance regulation has not been part of these regulatory failures,” said NAPSLO Executive Director Richard Bouhan. “In fact, the states have performed well in regulating insurance over the years and the state system would continue to exist with any Optional Federal Chartering framework Congress establishes.”

However, the state based regulatory process has inefficiencies that need to be addressed, Mr. Bouhan said and Congress should solve these problems immediately by enacting legislation that will direct and empower the states to establish a uniform and more efficient regulatory process. The NRRA, which NAPSLO believes would solve many of the inefficiency problems in the surplus lines industry, was passed unanimously in the House of Representatives (HR 1065) in June 2007 and a similar version (S 929) is currently in the Senate.

“Congress should enact the NRRA, now, before it discusses other changes in the current regulatory structure,” Mr. Bouhan said. “Passage of the NRRA would be a major step in creating a framework to eliminate duplication and inefficiency in the surplus lines and reinsurance segments of the insurance industry.”

Stamping Offices Report Mixed Results in 2007

2008-03-17T09:02:00.000-07:00

Surplus lines stamping office reported a wide fluctuation in business in 2007 with an overall slight increase in premiums but a drop in number of items, according to the 2006/2007 Comparative Statistics report issued by the stamping offices, which is available to download.

Overall premiums increased by 0.6% from $22.998 million to $23.143 million among the 14 stamping offices, however the number of items dropped 1.5% from 3,485,473 to 3,431,84.

States recording double digit percent increases in premiums were Illinois, Idaho, Mississippi and Montana, while Oregon (-22%) and Pennsylvania (-15.2%) noted premiums decreased by double digit amounts.

Premium changes in states with more than one billion in premiums were: California (-2.7%); Florida (4.1%); Illinois (18.7%); New York (1.0%); and Texas (4.4%).

On the items side, the largest change was reported by Montana which noted a 74.2% increase, rising from 9,334 items to 16,261. Illinois noted a 6% increase and noted that electronic filing began May 1, 2007.

E&S School Brochure Now Available for Download

2008-03-07T06:55:00.000-08:00

The E&S School brochure is now available for download on NAPSLO's web site here. Hard copy versions of the brochure were mailed today and should be delivered starting Monday.

Both sessions will take place at the Eric P. Newman Education Center in St. Louis. The cost is $1,200 and includes lodging at the Parkway Hotel, located nearby.

Classes offered at the sessions include Distribution System, Market Dynamics, MGAs & Brokers, Risk Takers, segments on regulation and financial accounting, and a presentation about Lloyd’s.

Instructors at the two sessions of the E&S School include: Richard Bouhan, NAPSLO; James S. Carey, CPCU Admiral Insurance Company; John M. DiBiasi, CPCU, XL Excess & Surplus Lines; Dave Leonard, RSUI Group; Jill K. Jinks, CPCU, ASLI, The Insurance House, Inc.; Marcus Payne, NAPSLO; and Steven Stephan, NAPSLO.

The registration deadline for both sessions is May 8. On the registration form, students should list the preference of which session they would like to attend. NAPSLO will attempt to honor each request but cannot guarantee it.

Wholesale Survey Results

2008-03-03T13:56:00.000-08:00

Results of the NAPSLO survey of retailers conduct by the Chicago firm of McKnight Kurland Baccelli were released in late February and the overall results showed a positive view of wholesalers by retailers. (Results are available to view on the NAPSLO website.)

The survey had four major conclusions:

A large majority of retail brokers view specialty insurance wholesalers positively and expect to work with them in 2008.
Retailer brokers indicate they value wholesalers most highly for their access to insurance carriers and specialty insurance coverage, and for their experience, expertise and knowledge.
Retail brokers rate specialty insurance wholesalers most poorly for their lack of responsiveness. They also express frustration with a perceived lack of reasonable pricing/commissions and an inability to deliver quality outcomes for their clients.
Retailer brokers report significant differences in professionalism across the specialty insurance wholesaler community, drawing a sharp distinction between “good” wholesalers and “bad” wholesalers.

MKB said these conclusions suggest that retail brokers' perceptions of wholesalers are not as bad as assumed. However, they do confirm: 1) a lack of awareness of the value wholesalers bring to retail brokers and their clients, and 2) dissatisfaction with issues of pricing and professionalism (including responsiveness).

MKB recommended the development of a campaign to promote the positive attitudes retail brokers have about wholesalers to the commercial insurance marketplace using integrated marketing and communications strategies. The NAPSLO Board is currently reviewing the proposal and will be notifying the membership with details.

NAPSLO Webinar Rebroadcast

2008-02-13T13:04:00.000-08:00

Approximately 70 people participated in the webinar reviewing the results of theNAPSLO Wholesale survey conducted by the marketing firm, McKnight, Kurland Baccelli of Chicago.

NAPSLO, at the request of its membership, recently conducted a survey of retail agents & brokers as part of its effort to examine retail agent & broker perceptions of wholesale distribution.

The presentation on Tuesday reviewed the results of survey and also allowed participants to ask questions. Anyone unable to take part in the webinar can watch and listen to the program by clicking on the link below.

NAPSLO Webinar Rebroadcast

Printed versions of the survey results will be available later this month.

Survey Webinar details

2008-02-11T18:20:00.000-08:00

Results of a survey commissioned by NAPSLO examining retail agent & broker perceptions of wholesale distribution will be examined during a webinar on Tuesday, February 12. To take part in the webinar use the following information.

REGISTER FOR WEBINAR
http://www.insurancejournal.com/webcasts/register.php?w=44

WEBINAR TIME
Tuesday, February 12
2:00 p.m. Eastern/1:00 p.m. Central/11:00 Pacific

SIGN IN INFORMATION
Once registered, login to the following website.
http://www.insurancejournal.com/webcasts/login.php?w=44

Following the presentation, participants can log in an ask questions using the following information.
Conference Call:(712) 580-0362
Access Code: 320783#

CAN'T MAKE THE WEBINAR?
NAPSLO will make the presentation and comments available on its website for viewing following the presentation on February 12th. Watch the website or NAPSLO's blog (blog.napslo.org) for details on how watch the presentation.

NAPSLO's Wholesale Survey Webinar

2008-02-08T13:17:00.000-08:00

NAPSLO, at the request of our membership, has recently completed a survey of retail agents & brokers as part of its effort to examine retail agent & broker perceptions of wholesale distribution.

NAPSLO would like to invite NAPSLO members to a webinar presentation by NAPSLO's marketing firm, McKnight, Kurland Baccelli of Chicago, of the results of the survey and an opportunity for questions following the presentation. Please register now to participate in the webinar, hosted by the Insurance Journal, set for Tuesday, February 12 (2:00 p.m. Eastern, 1:00 p.m. Central, 11:00 a.m. Pacific)

WEBINAR
Date: Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. Eastern /1:00 p.m. Central /11:00 a.m. Pacific
Run time: 30 minutes

To register for this free webcast, or to learn more about the topic and presenter visit:
http://www.insurancejournal.com/webcasts/register.php?w=44

We look forward to answering your questions on the live chat feature during the webcast, and on the live conference call immediately following the webcast.

CAN'T MAKE THE WEBINAR?
NAPSLO will make the presentation and comments available on its website for viewing following the presentation on February 12th. Watch the website or NAPSLO's blog (blog.napslo.org) for details on how watch the presentation.

NEED HELP?
If you have any problems before or during the event, please email webcasts@insurancejournal.com or contact the Insurance Journal's support desk at (800) 897-9965 x110.

If you have questions regarding the survey please contact Mike Ardis at the NAPSLO office at mike@napslo.org or (816) 741-3910.

Mid-Year Registrations Take Place On-Site Only After Feb. 3

2008-02-04T07:41:00.000-08:00

After Feb. 3, registration for the 2008 NAPSLO Mid-Year Educational Workshop can only be made on-site in Arizona.

The workshop is scheduled for February 20-23 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona. Among the Mid-Year Workshop programs will include a look at the impact of private equity on the specialty lines insurance industry and a review of the proposed interstate compact and current legislative issues.

Tours will include the Paddle Up: Desert River Float, and Epicurious Hor'dorves and Wine Pairing demonstration. Spa treatments will also be available from the Willow Stream Spa at the resort.

In addition, the Derek Hughes/NAPSLO Educational Foundation has organized their annual Foundation Golf Invitational on Friday, February 22 at the TPC Champions Course.

The Closing Reception will take place Saturday night, February 23. The nightcap party will be a Saloon and Casino Night from 9:00 to 11:30 p.m., allowing delegates the opportunity to make dinner reservations on their own.

NAPSLO Past President Tony Markel's Wife Passes Away

2008-01-28T14:21:00.000-08:00

NAPSLO sends its heartfelt sympathies to Tony Markel, NAPSLO Past President and the Markel family today on the passing of Tony's wife Sue, following a prologned yet courageous battle with cancer.

Per Sue's wishes, the family is requesting that in lieu of flowers, contributions be sent to:

City of Hope/Markel-Friedman Fund
1055 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Attn: Paulette Pasciuti

Any cards, letters, etc., may be sent to:

Tony Markel
P.O. Box 2009
Glen Allen, VA 23058-2009

The family will receive visitors from 5p to 7p on Tuesday, January 29.

Bliley Funeral Home
3801 Augusta Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230
P: 804.355.3800

The funeral will be at 11:00a on Wednesday, January 30, with interment immediately following in the St. Mary's churchyard.

St. Mary's Episcopal Church
12291 River Road
Richmond, VA 23238
P: 804.784.5678
http://www.stmarysgoochland.org

NAPSLO notes passing of I. Arthur Yanoff

2008-01-10T07:09:00.000-08:00

I. Arthur Yanoff, a member of one of the original NAPSLO member firms, died at his home in Boca Raton, FL on January 7th. Mr. Yanoff, 82, was a decorated WWII veteran, serving with the 455th Bomb Group in the European-African-Middle Eastern theater of service.

He spent the next 45 years in property and casualty insurance where he became well known nationally. He was a long time member of the AAMGA and NAPSLO. He is survived by his wife, Hazel, and sons, Stephen, Glenn, Ronald and daughter Janice Yanoff Baum. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren.

Services are set for Friday, January 11 at 3 p.m. at Temple Beth El in Boca Raton, Florida. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Diabetes Association.

Remember to Register for the Mid-Year Educational Workshop!

2008-01-03T13:37:00.000-08:00

Members can still register for the workshop online at the Mid-Year page of the Meetings section of the NAPSLO web site at www.napslo.org. Member ID and password are required to access the registration page.

After completing the registration process for the Mid-Year Workshop members can reserve a hotel room by clicking the link to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess web site. Rooms are limited to one per registered attendee. Rooms in the NAPSLO block reserved by non-registered attendees will be cancelled without notice, no exceptions.

Hotel rooms at the Fairmont Princess for arrivals on February 19 & 20 are now sold out. There are still rooms on a space available basis February 21-23. Rooms are no longer available in the block after January 18. Mid-Year activities begin Thursday night with the Opening Reception.

As of January 4, delegate registration fees are $750 and spouse registration fees are $475. The registration deadline is February 1 and anyone registering after this date must do so on-site at the hotel. Hotel fees are non-refundable after January 5.

Registration materials can be downloaded from the Mid-Year section of the NAPSLO web site as well.

Mid-Year Workshop Registration to start on Friday!

2007-11-29T11:14:00.000-08:00

Registration for the 2008 NAPSLO Mid-Year Educational Workshop will begin on Friday, November 30, and members will receive an email with information on how to register online.

The 2008 NAPSLO Mid-Year Workshop is scheduled for February 20-23, at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. Programs scheduled include a look at private equity firms impact on the industry and a preview of the 2008 elections.

Online registration
A link will be included in the email to direct members to a page on the NAPSLO website which will start the online registration process. Member login information will be included in the email and will be needed to access the web page. Members will be able to register and sign up for tours online (including the Derek Hughes/NAPSLO Educational Foundation Golf Invitational.)

Paper registration
Members will still be able to register by submitting a paper registration form. Registration materials, hotel forms, and the brochure will be available to download from the NAPSLO website.

Leonard Named to NAPSLO Board of Directors

2007-11-16T12:00:00.000-08:00

David E. Leonard has been named to the NAPSLO Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Randy Jones who recently stepped down from the Board.

Mr. Leonard is Executive Vice President and Chief Strategic Officer of RSUI Group, Inc. He has 28 years experience in the P&C insurance industry and joined RSUI in December 1999.

His prior roles include Casualty Underwriting management for Crum & Forster Companies and Treaty Reinsurance Underwriting for Employers Reinsurance.

Mr. Leonard graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration from East Carolina University and holds CPCU, ARe, AIAF and ARM designations. He has served on the NAPSLO Internship Committee and has been an instructor at the NAPSLO E&S School.

Committee Day Update– November 12-13, 2007

2007-09-19T09:53:00.000-07:00

NAPSLO will notify committee volunteers shortly regarding their selection to serve on a committee. Notifications will also include information about Committee Day registration, scheduled for November 12-13 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel at the Dallas-Fort Worth Airport. Registation will be handled online.

NAPSLO has nine committees and approximately 100 volunteer committee members. Each year a number committee members leave committee service, making room for new volunteers to join.

Current NAPSLO committees are as follows: Budget, Finance, Audit & Investment; Communications & Technology; Convention; Education; International; Internship; Legislative; Membership & Ethics; and Mid-Year Educational Workshop.

In addition, NAPSLO is adding a new committee whose members will educate students from their local colleges and universities, or alma mater, about surplus lines insurance and our industry. Initial committee members will name the committee and also create a Mission Statement for the committee.